Team CPNZ - Endurance Sports Podcast

Join Angus and Richard for a comprehensive review of the Kathmandu Coast to Coast. This episode is split into two halves: This is Part 1 Part 1: The Race Review: A deep dive into the 2-day team experience, the impact of the adjusted course over Arthur’s Pass, and the standout performances of the weekend. Part 2: The Finish Line: On-the-ground interviews featuring race winners, finishers from all w...

KATHMANDU COAST TO COAST S7 E6 : POWERED BY CP MEDIA The start line is in sight and we’re kicking off our final Kathmandu Podcast before race day with 4 guests this episode : Toby Brookes - Last year’s fastest paddler on the Waimak and the anchor of Richard & Angus’ Coast to Coast team. We chat: - What does the new boat look like? - How’s he shaping up heading into the big day? - What it reall...

KATHMANDU COAST TO COAST S7 E5 : POWERED BY CP MEDIA On this episode, Richard and Angus are joined by two incredible guests bringing both lived Coast to Coast experience and practical performance expertise to the table. First up, we welcome Gemma McCaw , who shares her unique Coast to Coast journey, from tackling the Mountain Run on her honeymoon in 2017, to lining up for the Two Day Tandem in 202...

TeamCPNZ Connect – Ep 53 – CONRAD – CPNZ Media Live This next Quick Connect is a must-listen for our endurance athletes . We’re joined by Conrad Goodhew , accredited Sports Dietitian based in Christchurch, who specialises in helping athletes, weekend warriors, and busy professionals dial in their nutrition with simple, personalised, and effective strategies . Conrad works with elite sporting organ...

KATHMANDU COAST TO COAST S7 E : POWERED BY CP MEDIA Staying Safe. Checking In. Racing Smart. In Episode 4, we dive into one of the most important conversations in endurance sport, how to stay safe and truly check in with yourself on race day, especially at an event as unique and demanding as the Kathmandu Coast to Coast. We’re joined by Shaz Dagg and Dr Annabel Merrett for a powerful and honest di...

TeamCPNZ Connect – Ep 52 – IAN – CPNZ Media Live Raw. Unfiltered. Post-Godzone ’25. We’re back on the mic for our next TeamCPNZ Community Connect , catching up with Ian “Marty” Martella fresh off the back of Godzone Pursuit 2025 . We spoke with Marty before the race in Episode 202. Now, with the adventure behind him and the dust finally settling, this is the real chat, the highs, the lows, the bru...

TeamCPNZ Connect – Ep 51 – GRETCHEN – CPNZ Media Live We’re back with another episode of the TeamCPNZ Quick Connect Podcast, where we help you stay informed, stay connected, and learn from each other. In this episode Team Captain Richard Greer catches up with the incredible Gretchen Williamson, fresh off completing the Chicago Marathon, one of the world’s iconic Marathon Majors alongside Tokyo, Bo...

EDITION ZERO GRAVEL SPECIAL Straight from the heart of Waimate, we’re bringing you all the action, stories, and stoke from Edition Zero Gravel — New Zealand’s unforgettable gravel event. In this episode, Richard chats with the big winners of the day, Cameron Jones and Charlotte Clarke , to unpack their race, their tactics, and their take on this iconic South Canterbury course. We also catch up wit...

TeamCPNZ Connect – Ep 50 – IAN – CPNZ Media Live This week we’re previewing GODZONE with none other than Ian Martella. On Thursday, Marty and a small crew of TeamCPNZ athletes line up for this iconic adventure race. With the event based right in Marty’s backyard of Marlborough, we dive into where the course might take them, his goals heading in, and what he’s most excited for as race week begins....

TeamCPNZ Connect – Ep 49 – RHYS – CPNZ Media Live Rhys Bolton is a multisport athlete from Darfield who has pretty much done it all. He ran his first marathon at just 14 years old and has since racked up an impressive list of ultramarathons. He’s also tackled the Coast to Coast Longest Day multiple times and is a highly skilled paddler — he knows the Waimak as well as anyone out there. But today’s...

KATHMANDU COAST TO COAST S7 E3 : POWERED BY CP MEDIA We’re back with another jam-packed episode! In this episode we’re joined by Motus Lead Physiotherapist Brett Warman and Race Director Glen Currie. Injury & Recovery – Brett shares expert advice on what to do if you get injured during training. From understanding your risk factors to knowing when to stop, get assessed, and how to adapt your t...

This week on the TeamCPNZ Podcast , we’re reliving all the epic moments from this year's Crater Rim Ultra — one of the most spectacular (and tough!) races on the calendar. Our host crew caught up with some incredible guests fresh off the trails : Jack Harris – 52km Ultra Men’s Winner Daniele Danesin – Bellbird Buster 30km Men's Winner Ellen Flemming – Bellbird Buster 30km & TeamCPNZ Ambassador...

TeamCPNZ Connect – Ep 48 – JANE – CPNZ Media Live Welcome to the TeamCPNZ Quick Connect Podcast – the place to stay informed, keep connected, and learn from each other. In this episode, we’re celebrating the amazing achievement of TeamCPNZ athlete Jane Donnelly , who has just returned from the World Transplant Games in Germany. Competing in both the Time Trial and the Road Race, Jane came home wit...

TeamCPNZ Connect – Ep 47 – LUKE – CPNZ Media Live Welcome back to the TeamCPNZ Quick Connect Podcast — the place to stay informed, keep connected, and learn from each other. In this episode Richard catches up with TeamCPNZ athlete Luke Henderson about his 100-mile mission at the Great Naseby Water Race. But here’s the twist — Luke didn’t exactly taper in the usual way… the weekend before, he raced...

We’re back with the third and final episode of our Whaka100 podcast series for 2025! In this episode Richard catches Up with Warwick Wood and Emma Bateup: Talking Mental Skills with performance coach Warwick Wood Catching up with Emma Bateup, the only female finisher of the 2024 Whaka 100 Miler! Our goal is simple — to help YOU get to the start line in the best shape possible so you can have an ep...

TeamCPNZ Connect – Ep 46 – BELINDA – CPNZ Media Live Welcome back to the  TEAMCPNZ Quick Connect Podcast , where we keep you in the loop, inspired, and part of something bigger. Team Captain Richard Greer chats with Belinda Farmer, Whaka 100 Race Director. Alongside fellow staff member Mike Cockin, Belinda recently took on a huge challenge — riding the entire Whaka 100 course, complete with aid st...

TeamCPNZ Connect – Ep 45 – CHARLI – CPNZ Media Live Welcome back to the  TEAMCPNZ Quick Connect Podcast , where we keep you in the loop, inspired, and part of something bigger. In this episode, we’re joined by an incredible athlete from our TeamCPNZ community — Charli Watts. Charli recently took on New Zealand’s longest ultramarathon, The Great Naseby Water Race 200 Miler — a mind-blowing 322 km c...

Welcome to the Whaka100 Podcast for 2025 , part 2 of this 3-part series is here to help you get to the start line in the best shape possible — so you can have an epic day out on the trails. Join Richard Greer from TeamCPNZ as we dive into two key areas that can make a massive difference on race day — nutrition and skin care. We are chatting with Marewa Sutherland from PURE Sports Nutrition about f...

Welcome to the Whaka100 Podcast for 2025 , kicking off this 3-part series is here to help you get to the start line in the best shape possible — so you can have an epic day out on the trails. Across the series we’ll cover the big three: Performance, Nutrition, and Mental Toughness . In this episode, we’re joined by TeamCPNZ Coach Tim Hanson to chat all things training and how to dial in those key...

KATHMANDU COAST TO COAST S7 E2 : POWERED BY CP MEDIA Season 7 Episode 2 we’re diving deep into two of the epic stages of Coast to Coast – the Kayak and Mountain Run. On the river : Race Director Glen Currie shares what to expect on race day and how to fine-tune your training for the kayak stage so you’re ready for whatever the Waimakariri throws at you. On the mountain : Mountain legend Ben Willia...

TeamCPNZ Connect – Ep 44 – JESS – CPNZ Media Live Welcome back to the  TEAMCPNZ Quick Connect Podcast , where we keep you in the loop, inspired, and part of something bigger. In this episode we’re catching up with TeamCPNZ athlete Jessica Lamb – mountain goat, adventurer, and nature lover. After three big days in Arthur’s Pass together, Jess shares stories from the trail, the beauty she spotted al...

TeamCPNZ Connect – Ep 43 – TIM – CPNZ Media Live Welcome back to the  TEAMCPNZ Quick Connect Podcast , where we keep you in the loop, inspired, and part of something bigger. For this episode, we are joined by the legendary Coach Tim Hanson ! Tim’s journey has taken him from personal training in NZ, Australia, and Canada, to the corporate world — all while keeping his coaching flame alive. With dee...

TeamCPNZ Connect – Ep 42 – SARAH – CPNZ Media Live Welcome back to the  TEAMCPNZ Quick Connect Podcast , where we keep you in the loop, inspired, and part of something bigger. Today we drop Part 2 of our World Champs series, this time featuring the amazing Sarah Shanks, who made her debut on the world stage in the Cross Triathlon (swim/MTB/run) after qualifying at Xterra Rotorua — and what a debut...

TeamCPNZ Connect – Ep 41 – TIM – CPNZ Media Live Welcome to the  TEAMCPNZ Quick Connect Podcast , where we keep you in the loop, inspired, and part of something bigger. This episode is a the first in special two-part chat with TeamCPNZ legends Sarah Shanks and Tim Raw, fresh off their Top 10 finishes at the World Triathlon Championships! Tim returns to the world stage chasing a repeat top 10 in th...

TeamCPNZ Connect – Ep 40 – PAUL – CPNZ Media Live Welcome to the  TEAMCPNZ Quick Connect Podcast , where we keep you in the loop, inspired, and part of something bigger. We’re catching up with long-time Team CPNZ legend, Paul Botha . Paul’s been part of our community for over 8 years and last joined us on the podcast back in Episode 5 after completing the iconic Comrades Ultra Marathon in South Af...